Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave

Agave Bracteosa

Overview

Agave bracteosa, also known as Candelabrum or Spider Agave, is a striking accent plant. It forms a rosette of narrow, flexible, spineless leaves, measuring up to 18 inches across. Its unique, recurving leaves resemble spider legs, making it stand out in xeriscape designs. Hardy in zones 8-10, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires minimal water, adapting well to drought conditions. Flowers once over its lifetime.

Sun HalfWater LowZones 8–11Type SucculentClimate Arid, Subtropical

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — This agave species stands out due to its unique rosette of spineless

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — commonly referred to as the Candelabrum Agave or Spider Agave

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — which can span up to 18 inches in diameter

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires minimal water

$Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — The leaves\' unusual spiraling shape and slightly twisted appearance evoke the look of spider legs$

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — adapting well to drought conditions

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — Flowers once over its lifetime

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Succulent
Family: Agavaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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$Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave (Agave Bracteosa) — The leaves\' unusual spiraling shape and slightly twisted appearance evoke the look of spider legs$